What to do and see in Ostfold, Eastern Norway: The Best Hiking Trails

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Hanko The island was once the Master of The manor Elingaard`s hunting territory. You get here by boat, or by ferry from Hankosundet. When at the ferry point, check out the old red-painted Seilerkroa (Ferry inn) built in 1883 as part of Hanko Baths. Follow the path up to the once fashionable saatorium hotel Hanko Fjordhotell & Spa, raised in 1877. Turn left between the tennis courts and you will see the old riding stables, built around 1900. Take the road to the right of the stables and on to Hanko Plads - one of two small farms on the island. Turn left at the barn, and turn right where the footpaths cross and follow the power lines. Cross the stream and turn left, walk northeast towards Karibukta. You may be lucky enough to spot some fallow deer along the path. Fallow deer from Denmark were released her about a century ago, and the island has a thriving herd. Dogs must be kept on a leash! Continue along the path as it bends to the left and you arrive at the bay near hotel, directly opposite Seilerkroa and Bloksberg, the Royal Family`s old country estate, higher up the mountainside and now owned by Princess Märtha Louise and Ari Behn. Hanko has a centre for sailing from the 1880`s. as darkness falls, you can see Kristian Blystad`s memorial to King Olav V, a sailboat lit in silhouette, out in the sound.

Oldtidsveien - The Ancient Road Along the main road between Fredrikstad and Skjeberg in the Municipality of Sarpsborg you will find the highest concentration of ancient monuments from the stone bronze, and iron ages: burial mounds stone rings and fortified hamlets. Here you will also find monumental rock carving sites that tell of our forbearers everyday life with human figures, animals, ships and wagons, weapons and tools, together with symbols in lines, circles, sun-crosses and hewn out dish shapes. The road runs through an historical landscape rich in natural beauty, with scenic farms fields and meadows, woodlands and glimpses of glittering sea. Contact Fredrikstad Tourist Office for more details on the route.

This 30 km long hiking path stretches from the Swedish border at Vammen north to Tistedal by Aspedammen. It is a continuation of the Bohusleden from Sweden and passes through an exciting and varied landscape. Olavsleden is a bluemarket trail that runs from Tistedal to Vammen at the Swedish border. The trail crosses Skarefjell where there is placed in a tower. On a clear days, you can from here see the snowmountain fare away. Olavsleden cross the highway at Aspedammen, where it partially follows the skiing trails. At Idd follow the trail hills east of Iddefjorden, where you have a great wiev over the beautiful fjordlandscape. By the cottage Braekka you will come down to the seaside. The trail continue through the Folka naturereserve, and then follow the beautiful Enningdalsriver in south direction. At the border of Vammen the Olavsleden get linked to the Bohus leden which continues through Bohuslän in Sweden.

If you want to get the most out of the Hvaler skerries, look no further! We arrange boat trips around the beautiful skerries. On board you are served a meal you may choose from fresh prawns (from Hvaler of course!) with all the trimmings or something else from our extensive menu. Contact us for a package deal tailored to your desire!

The trail from Hotel Refsnes Gods to Alby and return Jeloy is often called the Pearl of the Oslo Fjord, and geologically it is related to the west side of the Oslo Fjord. The big moraine ridge from Vestfold crosses the southern part of Jeloy and it has left large amounts of debris behind. The special soil here is the reason for its absolutely unique biological and botanical diversity. This whole section of the island has been designated as a protected landscape area. However, as long as you follow the rules of the routes that are displayed, you are free to roam around the area. You can get a taste of most things here: art, culture, history, nature, bathing, and life in the great outdoors. If you fancy a dip, you can follow the trail to Albystranda, a long, low-water, child-friendly sandy beach. You leave the hotel through the garden. Walk down to the sea, turn left and continue along the beach. After approx. 100 m you reach the first information post of the Coastal Trail. From now on you follow the blue signs. Continue along the sea, then pass on the backside of an estate with yellow buildings and soon you will be entering the Tronvik beach. Walking southwards along the beach you will see big masts on your left hand side. These are the radio masts of Jeloy Radio which provided Norway’s transatlantic radio connection from 1930 until late seventies. The masts are now protected. You pass a red cottage on your left and after a while you reach a small farm and a field. At the crossroad follow the direction to Stalsberget. Walking along Gullholmsundet you can make small sidetrips to admire the view of the Oslofjord. When entering the area of Stalsberget the trail gets a bit rocky. After Stalsberget you follow the signs to Bredebukt, the gem of Jeloy! Bredebukt is a 200 m pebble beach with majestic views almost all the way to Denmark. After admiring the view of you follow the trail to Alby and Gallery F15. The gallery’s opening hours are Tuesday – Sunday 1100 – 1600 hrs and is reknowned for interesting contemporary art exhibitions. For lunch Kafé F15 is an excellent choice! NB! If you are interested in learning more about the flora, fauna and geology of Jeloy you should visit Naturhuset (the red building) which provides excellent information. After having relaxed and filled your senses you head back into the woods in direction Rodsasen. Go to the parking area where the main trail starts and follow the signs to Rodsasen. When you reach a signpost by a field which says Rodsasen and on the backside Stalsberget, do not walk along the electric fence, but follow the path through the wood with the Coastal Trail sign, slightly upwards. At Rodsasen you have a great view of the Oslo fjord and over to our neighbouring city, Horten. Leaving Rodsasen you follow the signs to Roed. Roed Gaard is a center for arts and handicrafts in a unique stately environment. Afterwards you walk down to the road where you find a trail parallel to it. Continue along this path back to Tronvik and further the same way you came, back to the hotel. We hope you have enjoyed the trip!